I am a sucker for online shopping and my current obsession is with books. When you have Fishpond, Book Depository and Borders offering free delivery in addition to highly reduced prices, well – it’s a marriage made in heaven! Now, every time I find a new shopping site, I have to register my details. And Read more…
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I don’t know HOW often I hear these comments when I am out and about: “My son manages all our computers.” “My daughter sends my emails for me.” “My teenage son has installed our security software … and the parental controls.” (No joke!) So, why is it that parents don’t back themselves? Why do some Read more…
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Now, I know at first glance this might seem humorous to many parents – helping their tech-savvy children with their laptops – but PLEASE read on – it could possibly save you some headaches and even some money! Along with lunchboxes, pencil cases and hopefully a little completed homework, many Australian school kids also count Read more…
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As Cybermum, my job is to help keep you and your family safe in your online lives. But as a mother I would also like to make sure you have some tips and ‘know-how’ for staying safe in your day-to-day lives. It is empowering to know that you have a ‘go-to’ plan in case you Read more…
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Last year we decided to bite the bullet, max out the credit cards and take our kids to the US. We had such a fantastic time: Disneyworld and Harry Potter world in Orlando, the Smithsonian in Washington, Hollywood and the walking zombies in New York. Yes, walking zombies. We were in New York when the Read more…
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Well, I don’t know about you, but the relaxing summer days now seem like a distant memory. The crazy combination of work, kids, school, sport and social activities has returned. Plus let’s not forget the kids’ social lives! Sometimes, when I am feeling completely strapped for time, I cut corners. I dry shirts in the Read more…
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As much as I love the Christmas school holidays, I am always so grateful for the peace and quiet February brings. After the craziness of Christmas, the annual January family holiday and the hectic ‘Back to School’ spending spree, I can finally take a breath. And then get psyched up to get organised for the Read more…
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Hello Cyberspace, My name is Alex Merton-McCann and I am McAfee’s new Australian Cybermum. As a mother of four boys aged 8 to 15, I am totally immersed in managing my kids’ cyber lives every day. From buying Yu-Gi-Oh cards on Ebay to online gaming, Facebook and ‘homework’ research, I am living and breathing the Read more…
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